Petroglyphic Complexes of the Mongolian Altai
Petroglyphic Complexes of the Mongolian Altai, Archaeological site and petroglyphs in Bayan-Ölgii Province, Mongolia.
The mountain valleys contain thousands of rock carvings depicting animals, human figures, and daily activities across multiple interconnected sites spanning 11,300 hectares.
The petroglyphs date from 11,000 BCE through various periods, showing the transition from hunting societies to horse-dependent nomadic cultures in the Altai region.
The rock art reveals the evolution of human practices through representations of extinct animals, domesticated horses, hunting scenes, and ritualistic ceremonies.
The remote location requires guided tours and sturdy hiking equipment, with spring and early autumn providing the most suitable conditions for exploration.
The site contains three distinct complexes - Tsagaan Salaa-Baga, Upper Tsagaan Gol, and Aral Tolgoi - each presenting different periods of human civilization.
Location: Bayan-Ölgii Province
GPS coordinates: 49.33389,88.39528
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:25
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